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Friday, July 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Eau Claire. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Community leaders, including Blayne Midthun and State Rep Emerson, met Thursday morning at Ramone’s Ice Cream parlor to warn that the Big Beautiful Bill is expected to cut SNAP benefits and increase food pantry demand—prompting the shop to offer free scoops for canned food donations. Meanwhile, Rep. Derrick Van Orden said benefits will remain intact and dismissed the concerns as fearmongering. WEAU
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A teen from Menomonie, 17-year-old Addison Bowell, now faces extra homicide charges in the hit and run death of Eau Claire marathon runner Ann Seidl whose body was found on County Highway Y on March 29, and a status conference will be held on Oct. 2. WEAU
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Country Jam kicked off Thursday in Eau Claire and drew hundreds of country music fans for a weekend festival featuring headliners Cole Swindell, Sam Hunt — and Bailey Zimmerman. WEAU
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ School officials at Eleva-Strum High School held a ribbon cutting for a new solar panel project featuring 184 panels that generate 100 kilowatts—enough to supply one fifth of the school's power and save the district $20,000 a year. The project will help students learn about energy conservation and sustainability. WQOW
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Marshfield Clinic Oakwood Center in Eau Claire will open its urgent care on Aug. 18 — offering services from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on weekdays and relocating urgent care from Marshfield Medical Center to improve access amid rising patient visits. WQOW
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Eau Claire Axmen owner Jeff Holmes said he is looking to sell the franchise to new local owners after taking over in late May amid a lease dispute — he added that his ownership of the Iowa Woo means he must step back from one team. He said the Axemen will finish the season strong with a final home game on July 26th — and a new ownership group might bring changes to the team’s branding and coaching. WEAU
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The Gilmore Family Band Live Show
7-10 p.m. — Fox Run Tavern — Cost info not specified — Experience the musical journey of Shannon and Jason Gilmore in a lively tavern setting.
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Wisconsin PPA Challenger Tournament
7 p.m. — Lake Hallie Pickleball @ Gower Park — $15 grounds pass — Experience top-tier pickleball action with exciting prize purses up for grabs.
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Once More, Autumn Concert
9 p.m.-3 a.m. — Mousetrap Tavern — Free entry — Experience a night of indie and alternative sounds featuring Once More, Autumn, Green, and Two Castles.
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Summer Sunday Concert Series: Petrichord Live
7-8 p.m. — The Plus — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful blend of original and cover folk tunes by sibling duo Petrichord on a summer Sunday evening.
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Lyrical Hysterical Comedy Show with Maxwell Strozzi
8:00-9:45 p.m. — The Plus — $10 tickets, free drink for first 20 — Experience a unique blend of music and comedy with a local flair featuring Maxwell Strozzi.
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1st Annual Gluten Free Bash
11 AM – 2 PM — Forage — Free entry — A gluten-friendly outing featuring savory eats, sweet treats, and community connections for food lovers.
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We Care Eau Claire - Back to School Event
9 a.m.-7 p.m. — Phoenix Park — Free entry — Help local families by donating and packing backpacks for children returning to school.
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Grand Evening on the Bridge
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Grand Avenue Footbridge — Ticket options starting at $15 — Experience an evening of food, drinks, and community spirit at Eau Claire's premier fundraising event.
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The String Cheese Incident - Campout Concert
Two epic nights — August 15-16 — The Pines Music Park — Ticket price online — Enjoy a weekend of music, camping, and activities surrounded by nature.
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Zach Bryson Live Performance
7 PM – 1 AM — Leona's Pizzeria — Cost TBD — Come hang out in Eau Claire and enjoy original songs from Nashville-based artist Zach Bryson.
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